ORRRC Possum Creek 5k Trail Race

RACE START TIME

7 p.m.

PARKING

• Location: Possum Creek Metropark Reservable Shelter area. Start at Sycamore Shelter (4730 Frytown Road Dayton, Ohio).
• Parking Rules: Please use parking lots. NO PARKING ON THE GRASS.
• Capacity: Parking is limited, please carpool if possible.
• Additional Parking: Available in the main park at the Pond Parking lot with a 1/2 mile walk to the start/finish line.

COURSE

• Terrain: Various surfaces (dirt, gravel, meadow, grass) with no water crossings.
• Difficulty: A great introduction to trail running with very low elevation gain/loss.
• Shoes: Trail shoes are not necessary.

REGISTRATION

• Registration Availability: Open to all through RunSignup prior to the race.
• Deadline: Online registration remains open until approximately 15 minutes before race start.
• In-Person Registration: Can be done at the race. Hard copy registration sheets available on race day if needed.
• Minors Registration: Must be registered by a parent or guardian in-person with parent or guardian present to sign the waiver.

CHECK-IN

• Mandatory Check-In: All participants must check-in before the race.
• Timing Chip: Attach your assigned timing chip to one of your shoes.
• Check-In Location: Look for the table with the green tablecloth to get your chip.
• Arrival Recommendation: Arrive at least one hour before the race to park, check in, and warm-up.

FEES

• ORRRC Members: Run for free (fee waived automatically when your RSU membership profile is used to register online).
• Non-Members: $10 for ages 15 and up: Free for ages 14 and under.
• Proof of Membership: Members must show proof of membership on race day if not registering through RunSignup.
• Membership Information: Not an ORRRC Member? Click here to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership.

ANIMAL POLICY

• General Rule: Due to insurance coverage, animals are not permitted at any ORRRC event.
• Exception: Service dogs, which must be clearly identified.
• Enforcement: Persons with any other animals will be removed from the event (will not be issued a timing chip and will not appear in results or photos).
• Cooperation: We thank you in advance for your cooperation!

RACE DIRECTOR

Alex Chappars

VOLUNTEERS

• Community Contribution: Meet new friends and contribute to the local running community by volunteering.
• Volunteer Sign-Up: If you would like to help, please sign up on the volunteer tab.
• Job Assignment: We’ll be sure to find a job for you!

RACE INFORMATION

For more details about the race, visit this link.